What Are the Possible After Effects of Rib Cartilage Rhinoplasty Besides Wrapping in Years to Come?

I've been doing some research for rhinoplasty. And most doctors seem to say rib cartilage would be better off then using gore-Tex. So far it seems like the only bad effect so far by using rib cartilage is possible wrapping when done by an unskilled doctor. Does that mean it would last forever? Is there anything else I've missed? I would appreciated any feedback. Thank you :)

Long Term Problems Using Rib Cartilage Grafts

June 15th, 2012

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Other than warping there are few long term problems using rib cartilage in rhinoplasty surgery. I feel it is better to use the patient's own tissue rather than synthetics. Survival is typically excellent. The main problems associated with rib grafts are the discomfort following their harvest, possible unfavorable donor scars, and the minimal risk of a pneumothorax when the grafts are taken.

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